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Nancy Crimi

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a decorative bonnet. The illustration shows an intricately designed lace bonnet with a detailed pattern of interlocking loops and tassels. The bonnet's structure is highlighted with browns and blacks to give depth to the design. A smaller outline sketch next to the main image shows how the bonnet would look when worn. The line work emphasizes the lace material, displaying a complex mix of texture and shadow.

Artwork Details

Date
c. 1937
Medium
watercolor and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3133 × 4053 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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